Features of a tattoo on the chest
For several decades in a row, images printed on the chest have maintained their undeniable leadership in the art of tattoos. They are popular among both sexes. Of course, women's ones have some specifics, but they are also relevant.
Even at the beginning of the last century, tattoos on the chest were considered a sign of belonging to crime or a challenge to society. With the development of this type of art, people's views changed, more accessible information appeared, which returned tattoos to their original meaning.
Tattoos on the chest area were popular in many ethnic groups. Almost everywhere they carried a deep meaning, signified a warrior and were a talisman. Such tattoos are no exception in Scandinavian culture. It was believed that a tattoo placed on the chest protects the heart. This is where the tradition of tattooing large areas was born.
For a tattoo parlor artist, the chest is a relatively flat surface that is convenient to work on. The client must understand that, depending on the chosen design, the images on the chest take quite a long time. The areas of the collarbone, solar plexus and shoulder joint are especially sensitive; the skin in these places is very thin and unprotected by a layer of fat.
Ideas for men's chest tattoos
This is really where your imagination can run wild! Tattoos on the chest are preferred by men who do not want to hide their jewelry own body. There is a tendency to choose multi-colored bright compositions for tattoos. But monochrome drawings are still relevant.
Three-dimensional images of predatory and compositions look harmonious on the male chest. Tattoos such as an image (anatomical model) have also become very popular. Brave and desperate young people can be advised to ideas that depict cuts or tears in the skin, exposing the metal mechanisms underneath. In compositions it is appropriate to use religious symbols, images in different languages cross. When applying phrases, it should be borne in mind that the chest has powerful energy potential. Therefore, the meaning of the phrase should reflect the aspirations, goals and desires of the person.
Astrologers advise men who belong to tattoo the symbolism of their sign on their chests. Such tattoos will serve as a talisman that brings good luck and a talisman that protects against the vicissitudes of fate. You can use this advice for those who want to strengthen their success with a tattoo in the form of a lion or the symbolism of the sign.
Men often choose images that emphasize character, the desire for power and masculine strength. Those whose lives are associated with risk or military action often choose the image Scorpio. The military chooses the symbols of the unit in which they serve.
Ideas for women's chest tattoos
Girls choose more modest and romantic tattoos designed to emphasize femininity and sexuality. Such tattoos look especially piquant and mysterious, a small part of which is exposed by the neckline of a shirt or dress. Representatives of the signs Leo and Cancer can afford to paint a laconic image of their patrons on one side of the chest. There are a lot of ideas for tattoos. These can be floral patterns, romantic scenes, inscriptions and hieroglyphs, butterflies and necklaces in the décolleté area.
Tattoos under the breasts are popular among girls. Thin twisted patterns using ethnic elements look especially harmonious. It is acceptable to write phrases in Latin or Arabic, and the meaning of the phrase plays an important role, since these words will accompany the woman throughout her life. Some ladies prefer small tattoos in the solar plexus area.
The meaning of a tattoo on the chest
When choosing a tattoo to decorate your chest skin, you should know the meaning of particularly common images. Any pattern on the chest has its own sacred meaning, and is capable of influencing a person’s fate.
The most commonly used images in tattoos are:
- bear- a symbol of strength and power, in the female version - motherhood;
- eagle- victory, spirituality, power;
- crow- wisdom, longevity;
- cross— courage and honor;
- tiger— fearlessness and controlled aggression;
- the Dragon- power and courage;
- a lion- pride and nobility;
- wolf- endurance and independence.
Before choosing an image, it is advisable to understand the symbolism of the images. Sometimes tattooing is a necessary measure in order to hide a skin defect or a scar on it. The chest area has powerful energy that, with the help of symbols applied to the skin, can direct a person’s life in the right direction. That's why it's important to make the right choice.
Photo of tattoo on chest
Since tattoos came into fashion, they increasingly decorate the human body, and especially the chest. Wearing a tattoo on the chest is an ancient tradition. Previously, a warrior went to battle with prayer and amulets. And the tattoos on the chest symbolized a shield and covered the most important organ – the heart – from damage.
You can place a large image or complex ornament on the chest. Due to the convexity of the pectoral muscles, the design can be given a volume effect. Another feature is that below the collarbones you can apply a symmetrical pattern, which looks catchy and very original.
The “advantage” of a tattoo on the chest is that it is painless. When applying the drawing, pain is felt, but not as much as in other parts of the body. In addition, the chest muscles are strong, and the image will not lose its attractiveness over the years.
Men's chest tattoos
Men's chest tattoos amaze with the inventiveness of their plot. Traditionally, tattoos were common on only one side of the chest. These days, designs near the shoulder or collarbone, across the entire width of the chest, are more fashionable.
A tradition that came from the West is the image of wings. It symbolizes strength and courage, the “scale” of the owner. Romantics choose a tattoo with a ship with swollen sails. A man in love can pin a portrait of his beloved.
Women's chest tattoos
Tattoos on women's breasts are more varied, because they can be placed under the breasts too. This intimate place, which is not intended for outsiders. Girls prefer bright tattoos that can easily be mistaken for decoration: a necklace around the neck, a flower garland. Among girls there are many lovers of small, neat tattoos: a flirty bow, a swallow or a fox, a cross.
Representatives of the fairer sex are also very romantic, which is why tattoos with flowers (especially roses) are popular. At one time, a heart tattoo was fashionable. Now it has been replaced by a similar one - a heart made in the steampunk style. This is a winged heart with metal wings, chained.
Often the image is applied around the nipple (for example, a flower, hearts). Another original tattoo is a web with a nipple in the center. Sometimes girls decorate their chests with a bra tattoo. Loving mothers can symmetrically pin images of their children.
A tattoo on the chest is a beautiful and original image that always attracts the attention of others. Below are photos of chest tattoos from different tattoo artists.
In ancient times, tattoos on the chest served as a talisman for people. They symbolized a shield and protected the most important organ from defeat - the warrior’s heart. Today, a drawing on an intimate part of a man’s body allows one to emphasize the relief of the muscles of his body. A tattoo placed on a girl’s chest emphasizes the sexuality and passion of the fairer sex. With its help, post-operative scars are masked and dark spots, correct the shape of the bust.
The relief of the chest allows you to make the tattoo voluminous. The designs vary from small tattoos to complex body art compositions. In order for the tattoo to maintain its contour, experts advise not to temporarily sleep on your stomach and switch to loose clothing. Girls are advised to stop wearing a bra for 2 weeks.
The meaning of the tattoo - the sacred meaning of the design
The chest is responsible for the sensual component of a person. When choosing a place for drawing a sketch, preference is given to:
- tattooing above the chest (closer to the neck);
- filling the space between the breasts;
- tattoo under the breast;
- covering the entire pectoral muscle with transition to the upper abdomen.
The pain of the procedure depends on the professionalism of the specialist, the size and shape of the needles, the volume and density of the pattern. Particularly sensitive are the collarbones, shoulder joints, the area where the mammary glands are located, and the solar plexus area.
Selecting a tattoo design requires a responsible approach. After all, it is not just a drawing that is chosen, but a symbol that can have a magical effect on the wearer. Recently, tattoo connoisseurs are increasingly getting tattoos on their chests:
- heart is a sign of the manifestation of high feelings for your soulmate;
- an owl is a symbol of wisdom, a talisman against foreign influence and deception;
- the bow is the personification of the coquettishness of the hostess and the transience of life;
- zodiac sign - a talisman that enhances a person’s natural capabilities;
- red wolf - a tattoo that gives the owner the strength and audacity of a wolf, the cunning of a fox and the caution of a jackal.
At the same time, the sources for finding ideas for a future tattoo can be very diverse. Some are looking for sketches of chest tattoos on the Internet. Others place an order for a drawing from an artist or create a future tattoo image themselves. Still others choose options from the artist’s portfolio or give him carte blanche in tattooing pectoral muscle. The result of the work is the creation of an original composition of body art.
Chest tattoo for girls
The area for tattooing on the chest of the fairer sex extends from the neck to the lower line of the ribs. Women's tattoos differ from men's in the variety of themes and colors of the design. Choice modern girls increasingly falls on symmetrical patterns, drawings depicting flowers, birds and animals. Body designs in the form of a patterned bra are gaining popularity. Old School, Tribal, Dotwork, Watercolor, Minimalism, Gothic allow a woman to make her image unique. Women's tattoos look aesthetically pleasing, bold and sexy.
Tattoos on the sternum for men
Representatives of the stronger sex paint the image on the entire chest or fill one side of it, which amazes with the inventiveness of the plot. Increasingly, on the chest you can find a half-naked woman, a ship with sails spread to the wind, and drawings depicting a skull and fire. Tattooing in the style of New School, Blackwork, Steampunk, Polynesia allows you to achieve your goal. The inscriptions and oriental hieroglyphs look beautiful, restrained and extravagant. The depiction of demonic sketches or biomechanics looks quite aggressive.
Chest tattoos are not as ubiquitous compared to other tattoo locations. For some reason people prefer breasts legs and hands. Despite this fact, the chest is a very practical place for a tattoo. Firstly, it is a fairly large and flat surface, and secondly, getting a tattoo on the chest is not as painful as compared to the stomach, ribs or places where the bones are located close to the skin. Thirdly, chest tattoos for both men and women look aesthetically attractive.
Beautiful tattoo on chest and arm
Women's or men's?
Compared to women, men get tattoos on their chests much more often. This is due to the fact that the available area for tattooing in men is larger than in women, since ladies are afraid to get a tattoo on the mammary gland area.
Men prefer to get a tattoo placed symmetrically on the chest, or on one side of the chest. The themes of tattoos that men choose vary widely - from biomechanical compositions, up to portraits V realism. One way or another, these are mostly tattoos with a touch of brutality.
Women prefer to apply the image in the collarbone area, in the middle or under the breasts. Some desperate people, apparently able to stop a horse and put out a fire, decide to get a tattoo on the skin in the area of the mammary glands. It looks very exotic, but beautiful. Thematically, women's tattoos most often affect the world of animals, plants, characters cartoons, less often ornamental compositions. So we can safely say that tattoos on the chest look beautiful on both men and women.
Roses and a bow on the chest in the form of a tattoo
The meaning of tattoos on the chest
The meaning of images on the chest can be completely different, depending on the theme, style, and your preference. The only thing that can be said with certainty is tattoos on the chest, the meaning of which may carry some sacred meaning due to their close location to heart, are always aesthetically attractive.
For example, the name of a loved one in close proximity to the heart speaks for itself about feelings for this person. Some people fill the heart area with an image of a heart in a realistic style. This tattoo looks very impressive.
Japanese tattoo dragon on the chest
Tattoos with birds look very beautiful on the chest. Especially if the bird is in flight. Often people prefer to have symmetrical images tattooed on their chests. This is either one tattoo, the center of which is in the middle of the chest, or two identical ones, but located mirror-image relative to each other. If the tattoo is an inscription, then you can also position it in a mirror so that when looking in the mirror you can read what you would like to remind yourself of more often.
It’s interesting that sometimes you can hear the stereotypical opinion that a tattoo on the chest is a message from the prison world. This is a serious misconception. IN prison tattoo there really is a lot of symbolism, many factors are taken into account: the location of the tattoo, the depicted object, the number of elements in the composition and much more. In addition to the chest, such a tattoo is also placed on other parts of the body. Therefore, there is no need to be afraid, unless, of course, the sketch of your tattoo domes.
Skull tattoo on chest
Select a sketch
If you don’t know what chest tattoos might look like, photos from the Internet will help you find your bearings. There you can also find a template version of the sketch. If you want your tattoo to be unique, try to draw a sketch yourself or order a drawing from an artist. Most tattoo artists are excellent at drawing; it is quite possible to leave the opportunity to create a sketch to your master. Tattoos on the chest, the sketch of which is drawn by the tattooists themselves, are often created by artists with more love and more reverent than the sketches you brought with you.
Japanese style owl outline on chest
Celebrity chest tattoos
- Miley Cyrus - American actress and singer with a small inscription under her left breast. Just breath, which means “just breathe,” is the first tattoo that the singer got at a young age, before she came of age. The inscription was chosen in honor of a friend who died from lung cancer.
- Pavel Volya, a Russian pop artist and TV presenter, in honor of the birth of his children, got a tattoo of two naked babies on the left side of his chest.
- Amy Winehouse, a British singer who tragically died several years ago, had a breast pocket with the inscription Blake above her left breast. The symbolism of this tattoo lies in the fact that it was made in honor of Amy's feelings for her ex-husband, Blake Seawell.
- David Beckham - English football player, the midfielder got a tattoo in 2001 - a portrait Jesus and cherubs on the left side of the chest. Some sources claim that Jesus looks suspiciously like Beckham himself, and the three cherubs look like his three sons.
Tattoo on a guy's chest
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